Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Pierre, SD

Pierre, South Dakota is served by 12 state-licensed child care providers. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing, inspections, ratios, and program details.

Care type in Pierre	Providers
Child Care Centers	6	View directory
Family Child Care Homes	6	View directory
Group Child Care Homes	0	—
Preschools	0	—
Head Start Programs	2	View directory
School-Age Programs	2	View directory
Child Care Providers	0	—

Child Care Centers in Pierre

6 licensed child care centerss are listed in Pierre. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Child Care Center Faith Lutheran Day Care Center Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 120 Child Care Center Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 105 Child Care Center Oahe Child Development Center Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 200 Child Care Center Oahe Family YMCA Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 195 Child Care Center Playpens And Puzzles Daycare Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 40 Child Care Center Stepping Stones Child Care Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 20

Family Child Care Homes in Pierre

6 licensed family child care homess are listed in Pierre. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Family Child Care Home Amy Fowler Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Elizabeth Harris Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Jessica Schwartz Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Kimberly Hudson Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Nancy Freier Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Patricia Berven Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 12

Head Start Programs in Pierre

2 federally funded head start programss are listed in Pierre. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Head Start Program Capitol Street Center Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 89 Head Start Program Irwin Street Center Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 31

School-Age Programs in Pierre

2 licensed school-age programss are listed in Pierre. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

School-Age Program Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 225 School-Age Program St. Joseph's School OST Program Pierre, SD 57501 Capacity 60

ZIP codes in Pierre

ZIP 57501Care providers

How to pick care in Pierre

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

When you are choosing care in Pierre, SD, visit in person if you can, ask about current openings and waitlists, and get tuition, hours, and holiday schedules in writing. Also ask how the program handles sick days, late pickups, and concerns that come up during the day.

Frequently asked questions

How many care facilities does Pierre, SD have?

Based on current licensing data, Pierre is home to 12 state-licensed providers: 6 child care centers, 6 family child care homes, and 0 preschools.

How do Pierre facilities score on average quality ratings?

State licensing agencies publish quality ratings for some providers. Open individual facility pages in Pierre to view ratings where available.

Is child care in Pierre licensed?

Not every provider in this directory is licensed; state-licensed listings are. Licensing rules and costs vary by setting, so confirm licensing status and costs with the provider and at ChildCare.gov before deciding.

Data sources

Data source: ChildCare.gov state licensing resources and Head Start Service Locations (HHS/ACF). Data as of 2026-10-07. This page is informational and is not professional advice.

Required disclosures

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